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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1933

Page

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Summer heat tolls across the East and Midwest

The oppressive Sunday heat claimed numerous lives as temperatures neared or exceeded 100 degrees in major cities. New York reported a death tied to the heat, while cities like Chicago Providence and New Haven logged dangerously high readings. Heat related drownings and prostrations followed a day marked by record warmth across several states.

Associated Press East Middle West New York Puterdon Ned Wigo New Jersey Providentiin New Haven Conm Mercury Aomavinium Hattimore Ian Washington Sho Periseenteat Aly Chicago Detroit

Poor Crop Year Foreseen Across America

Washington July 31 4/7 The Farm Bureau forecast a poor crop year for major food and feed crops. It likens the situation to the 1930 drought, predicting four tenths of a hundred expected yield decline across wide areas. Many grain growers will struggle regardless of price, and livestock and poultry raisers face higher feed costs. The rise in grain already threatens eastern dairymen and poultrymen.

Washington Bureau of Agricultural Canonles Fort Bleh

Woman and Horse Fall 40 Feet Kills Rider in Canyon

In Manear Colorado a rider identified as Mrs Toby Kitt, 66, was crushed when his horse fell 40 feet off a canyon rim. The rider died yesterday after a neighbor found her unconscious near the horse, which was unharmed. A nearby rancher named Merhua Hand, age 18 months, also died earlier.

Mra Toby Kitt Merhuahand

Urschel Released by Oklahoma Kidnappers

Oklahoma City August 1 Charles V Urschel oil magnate has been returned home and is reported in good health after nine days in captivity. The release came with no immediate ransom details. Two masked armed men abducted Urschel during a bridge game. his wife and guests fled as the gunmen seized him. Authorities continue inquiries.

Oklahoma City Charles V* Urschel Urschel Artity A. Seallzeon Urachel Tom B. Sirk ON Wildcattern Stelignon Arabel W. M. Darrett Exclivica Rachel

Husband Kills Two and Takes Own Life in Kansas

Norton Kansas July 31 Acting apparently in a jealous rage Wilfred Bind 35 a shorer went to a farm near town today killed his estranged employer Frank McCune critically wounded Hob McCune father of the injured man and attempted unsuccessfully to kill Mrs Lund who was in the house He admitted homicide and suicide in a case tied to a divorce suit with his wife from whom he had been separated two years

Norton Kan Wilfred Bind Horn Frank McCune Hob McCune Lund Possa

Nelson Named Mayor of Ione in Sidnay Change

Bidney July 31 Axel Nelson, former state highway commissioner, named mayor of Sidnay by the city council to succeed 31. K. Rud Melassenbach, who resigned to become an appraiser for the Federal Bank.

Bidney Axel Nelson Siate Wighway Commission Ling Sidnay Rud Melaenbaeh Tand Bank

Federal Bond Issue II Over-Subscribed

Washington reports the governments six hundred million dollar industrial recovery bond was over subscribed after the first day of the sale. The government indicated strong demand as July 31 marked the initial response period.

Washington Waitinn

Walsh's Secretary Passes In Capitol

Miles Taylors longtime secretary to Montana Senator Thomas J Walsh died after a brief illness in Washington He was born in Georgetown Ohio and began his service in 1857 with Senator Martin of Kanawa and later served Senators Mantle Gideon and Dixon of Montana He had served as secretary to Walsh's successor Senator Hrickson since Walsh's death

Washington Miles Taylors Thoman J. Walah Montana Georgetown Ohio Martin Kanway Ia Mantle Gideon Dixon Walsh Hrickson

Hearing on Code for Steel Industry Asserted by Employers

Washington observers report employers waive their clause as unions press for a steel industry code. The industry backs a central plan to handle disputes through top management, while union leaders challenge the provisions as too lengthy and limited. Secretary Prince Perkins and AFL President William Green critique the draft, urging broader reemployment and restored purchasing power. The proposed code favors a multilevel employee representation and collective bargaining through company officials. Continued on Page 2.

Washington Steel Pinnces Perklin William Green Amerian Federation of Labor

Pressure on small employers over fair play appeal

Washington reports say the National Recovery Administration urged public support for Roosevelt wage and hour provisions. Some small shop owners with two or three workers signed the agreement, while others could not fully comply yet. The plan targets employers with more than three workers, prompting confusion among smaller firms about expected participation. Postmasters may issue certificates of compliance to eligible businesses.

Washington Teaward Sail Roosevelt National Recovery Administration Pordona Blue Eagle Instanta Vail Akreensant Danka

Special Veterans Boards Delay Public Announcement

Washington officials doubt they can announce the special veterans boards before tomorrow or Wednesday to review about 50 000 claims ending October 31 under the economy law. The boards will decide if a veteran is service connected or denied, affecting disability ratings and rolls. No reason given for possible delay. White House and Veterans Administration had planned to announce the first board members this week.

Washington Vetserans Aperial Boauty Tha White House Veterans’ Administration Dhs

Police leader calls for death penalty for kidnappers

A NY criminologist and police figures debate eradicating kidnapping menace. Advocates urge capital punishment for all convicted kidnappers, arguing swift deterrence may save lives though it risks sacrificing individuals for home security.

Drowned in Missouri River Tragedy Reported

In Missouri a family tragedy unfolds as eight year old David Bushblocker drowns by the river at night while his two brothers Charles Jr ten and David six fear punishment for going to the river. An itinerant rescuer made a vain effort to save the boy.

New York Welcomes LL Star Mattern at City Hall

New York honors LL star Mattern after successful round the world flight. Mayor John P. O'Brien congratulates him at City Hall praising youth of pluck courage and determination that enabled survival of the memorable journey.

New York Jtormintorn City Hall John P. O'Brien

Go-Between N Kona Swadell Arrested in O Connell Kidnapping Case

Albany July 31 Detectives Dolan and James O Connell of the New York City undercover squad took Manney Strewl into custody after he contacted the kidnapers and arranged for release of John J O Connell Jr the 24 year old nephew of upstate leaders Ed and Dan O Connell Strewl had been missing since Sunday and family did not know his whereabouts until authorities announced his arrest as part of the kidnapping investigation Governor Lohmeier called for action and said the case would be continued on pace three.

Albany N. Y Manney Strewl John J. O'Connell, Jr Dolan James O'Connell New York City Partne

Chicago Board of Trade halts grain futures trading

Directors of the Chicago Board of Trade announce a ban on future trading in grain and provisions below the closing prices of Monday July 31 1933. The rule lasts until August 15 with only the established upward fluctuations unaffected. The move follows three days of price declines and may extend until August 13 with three days notice for any changes.

Chicago Chicago Board of Trade

Frank Cone Injured In Collision Near Elliston

Frank Cone of Hamilton, secretary of the state senate, seriously injured in a late afternoon collision about a mile and a half from Elliston near Elliston Time company. Mrs. F E Riley also injured with shoulder injuries and cuts.

Frank Cone Elliston F.E. Riley Hamilton State Senate F. E. Riley North Rodney ElIston Elliston Time Company Gone ML Plinn St. John’s Hospital

Lovelace Urges Retailers to Adopt President Code

President Lovelace urges retailers to adopt Roosevelt’s reemployment code while awaiting a new association code. Montana merchants endorse the blanket code, plan to mail their association code. 48 hour week rules and wage minimums apply, with exemptions for executives and younger workers.

Lovelace

Gambling Houses Adopt NIRA Standards in No Nevada

Teno July 31 local gambling houses joined Roosevelt’s recovery program by adopting codes calling for a five day forty hour work week for employees. Wages increased hourly, but total monthly wage for each worker will be steady or lower overall. The number of employees affected was not determined. Gambling remains legal in Nevada with several venues operating in town.

Roosevelt

Fire Threatens Salt Lake Cross Hospital News

Fire believed to have ravaged the hospital late tonight but was controlled quickly with minor disturbances among about 100 patients at the Troy Cross hospital in Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake City Troly Cross Hospital

Gandhi jailed as fresh revolt sparks arrest

Abnindabad Aug. LDTues day Pi Sahaeyas Gamhd and Mr. Randhi were arrested as they planned individual civil disobedience campaign. Gandhi dissolved his council and called for broader resistance. Monthers of Cre xen ary agreed to join Gandhi in the new method to draw attention to Indian independence. 32 members of the Rahrim, devotees, pledged support as authorities invoked emergency powers.

Abnindabad Troila Pi Sahaeyas Gamhd Hla Randhi Herve Taway Sabarinatl Monthers Cre Xenary Jon Gandhi

Governor John Garland Collard Weds Canadian Secretary Violet Meours

Governor John Garland Collard of Virginia married Violet Wilzaleth Meours, a Canadian-born secretary, at Viral Presbyterian Church. The ceremony was led by Rev Gordon McLean with attendance noting the governor’s age and ceremonial details.

Winnipeg Stan John Garland Collard Virginia Violet Wilzaleth Meours Viral Presbyterian Church Tral Cheige Gordon McLean

Condition Critical Passenger Seriously Injured In A Boston Area Crash

A motor vehicle crash near Boston yesterday left one occupant in critical condition. Police said the driver sustained injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment. Investigators are reviewing the scene for causes and any contributing factors.

Four Million Workers Hit by New Code Orders

Washington July 31. Two orders from the national recovery admin, under Hugh S. Johnson, affect pay and hours for four million retail workers. One order implements codes agreed by six retail associations covering furniture hardware mail order clothiers furnishers and general dry goods. A second order sets shorter hours and minimum pay for grocery and food retail groups, permitting 48 hour weeks for those sectors versus 40 hours for others.

Association Washington Hugh S. Johnson Industrial Recovery Administration

Injunctions on Repeal Submitted in Arizona

Thoenix Ariz July 31 Superior Judge G A Rodgers tonight took under advisement until Wednesday an application of Charles KR Osburn campaign chair man for the Arizona Temperance Federation for an injunction to prevent Arizona from voting August 8 on repeal of the 18th amendment Judge Marlin T Phelps last Friday dissolved a temporary restraining order issued by Judge J C Niles upon Gaburns application

Thoenix Ariz G. A. Rodgers Charles KR. Osburn Arizona Temperance Federation Arizona Marlin T. Phelps J. C. ‘Niles Qaburn

Montana Home Loan Office to Open in Great Falls

The Montana headquarters office of the Home Loan Owners corporation will be opened in Great Falls on Wednesday with state manager Carruth announcing staff including A D Wils assistant manager and T R Bottomly state counsel. Branch offices planned and over 1000 inquiries received as forms are sent out, with more than 200 applications on file.

Montana Home Loan Great Falls Montana Home Lean Owners Corporation Fe CC Carmith Nouierd Tooight A. D. Wils Haye Vic Bottomly Chinook T. McMahon Billings Vance Erickson Kalispet Wiliam Forsyth Bamville Robert Iwhoten Great Walls Tn Butte Charles McKensie Buite Will Butte Rupert Bingham Chick Jessie Roscoe Carruth

Champion at Chess Checkmates Crooks

Edward Lasker, noted as a middlewestern chess champion, confronted two holdup men early today. He used quick moves, jumped in front of a passenger, and demanded their theft of a seal. The assailants fled after the bold interruption.

Crooks Chicago Tly Edward Lasker Lasker Paseitie Minchines Alton

Jane McCall's Child Drowns in Bathtub Accident

In Oklahoma City a 14 month old, Shirley Jane McCall, turned on the bathtub water while playing alone. Her mother and others found she was unresponsive and attempts to revive her failed. No other persons are named in the report.

Oklahoma City Inay Shirley Jane McCall Mia Joseph McCall Renus Stirtey Jane

President to Rest Amid Heat Wave at Park

President Konnevelt faces sweltering heat and extends a one week layoff. In the high noon heat he travels by his own auto to relax at the family estate pool, delaying government business and delaying plans for a broader restructuring due next month in August.

Fiyde Park Toogavelt

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